Friday, 19 June 2015

Five Things to remember while changing the job

LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAP
This time of the year everyone talks about getting better jobs. The problem is
that a few months later you check in with these same people and they are as
unhappy as ever. They went from bad to worst. The question is how to avoid this
situation. The answer is to look before you leap. Here are 5 things to think
about before you change jobs.

1. ENTER VERSUS EXIT A JOB
Taking a new job because your hate your current one is a terrible thing for
everyone. This is a big red flag for employers. Haters and complainers rarely
change their tune. They will soon be dissatisfied at your place and make an
early exit. This means a waste of financial and management resources. They also
damage team morale. The better path is to enter a new job with clarity,
commitment and passion. It sets in motion the best prospects for success for
yourself and your new employer.

2. DO YOUR HOMEWORK
If you want to find a place that is the right fit for you, do your homework.
Use every available resources to secure a clear view on the strategy and
culture of the prospective firm. And then dig deep into the details of the job,
team and game plan during your interview process. Interviews are not just about
showcasing your skills and track record. They are your last chance to get real
time intel on what life will look like at the new firm. If you pick up red
flags, you still have a chance to explore other opportunities.

3. PICK GROWTH OR TURNAROUND MARKETS
If your goal is to increase your upward mobility, then pick markets that are
growing. And if you are up for the messy and higher risk side of business, then
look for undervalued turnaround situations. Both of these environments give you
a chance to push yourself, create real value and win the rewards that come with
delivering results.

4. QUALITY OF LIFE
Where is the best place to make a living? Forbes staff Kathryn Dill worked up a
list of thebest
and worst placesto
both work and play. Factoring in quality of life matters. Securing more income
is good, but if you are miserable doing it or you cannot stand your community
you have to ask, “What’s the point?” Far better to find a place and firm that
is the right fit.

5. POWER OF PURPOSE
Pick a place that lines up with your values and where you think you can make an
impact. It is one of the best immunizations against a quarter or midlife
crisis. Shared values unlock your ability to do your best work. Employers are
beginning to understand that the Millennial generation is driven by purpose and
craftsmanship. Advisory firms like thePurpose Generationare
helping firms understand this and incorporate it into their recruitment and
corporate strategy.

Factoring
in these five things takes time. It is an investment. It is worthwhile because
finding a job that matches your work and home objectives generates the best
dividend year after year: sustained fulfillment.